Senior Project Engineer – Ports & Marine

AECOM•Coral Gables, FL

19h•$130,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join its Florida team and lead delivery of complex infrastructure projects throughout the region. The role applies independent engineering judgment to assess compliance with contract requirements, evaluate proposed modifications, and coordinate resolution of technical issues with clients, design-build teams, and construction management staff. A strong heavy civil engineering background is required; prior port experience is preferred but not required. The position leads ports, marine, waterfront, and coastal infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction and final delivery. It manages a portfolio of projects and client relationships, with responsibility for project delivery, revenue growth, profitability, schedules, quality, and client satisfaction. The role also provides strategic direction to project managers and staff, manages risks and financial performance, and leads business development and strategic growth initiatives within Florida’s Ports and Marine market. The position is based on-site in Coral Gables, Florida. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required for project-site, client, and office visits, and the selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review. Relocation assistance and U.S. employment authorization sponsorship are not available. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, plus 8 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
8 years of progressive project management experience, preferably involving ports, marine, coastal, waterfront, or heavy civil infrastructure.
Active Florida PE license, or ability to obtain that license within the timeframe required for the assignment.
Valid U.S. driver’s license for visiting project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.
Strong heavy civil engineering background.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing ports, marine, waterfront, coastal, or maritime infrastructure projects.
Experience working with FDOT, Florida port authorities, municipalities, or other public-sector transportation and infrastructure agencies.
Established relationships with Florida ports, FDOT, contractors, consultants, and other key industry stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience with business development, client management, and developing repeat business within the Ports and Marine market.

Responsibilities

Review construction submittals, drawings, product data, and proposed substitutions for compliance with owner requirements and contract documents.
Review Requests for Information (RFIs) and proposed responses, coordinating technical input across relevant disciplines.
Evaluate proposed change orders and field modifications, including technical justification, scope, supporting documentation, and potential cost and schedule impacts.
Assess construction-phase design revisions for functionality, durability, maintainability, and compatibility with existing operations.
Coordinate with design-build teams, clients, contractors, and construction management staff to resolve design discrepancies and field issues.
Document review findings, track comment resolution, and recommend acceptance or approval in accordance with delegated authority and contract procedures.
Participate in construction coordination meetings and site visits as needed.
Lead complex ports, marine, waterfront, and coastal infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction and final delivery.
Manage a portfolio of projects and key client relationships, overseeing project delivery, revenue growth, profitability, schedules, quality, and client satisfaction.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and provide strategic direction to project managers and staff overseeing multiple projects and programs.
Develop and execute project strategies to identify, mitigate, and manage risks while minimizing exposure to claims, scope changes, and financial impacts.
Build and maintain client relationships, foster repeat business, and identify growth opportunities.
Oversee project financial performance, including revenue forecasting, cost control, profit margins, billing, and overall financial results.
Coordinate clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and technical disciplines to support safe and efficient project delivery in accordance with AECOM standards and client requirements.
Lead business development, proposal development, client engagement, and strategic growth initiatives within Florida’s Ports and Marine market.